Vanessa Kingori MBE is a British businesswoman, diversity proponent, youth advocate, and mother. With over 20 years in the media industry, Vanessa focuses on business transformation, digitalisation, and change management in marketing, content creation, and revenue growth.
In 2017, Vanessa made history by becoming British Vogue’s first female business lead and Conde Nast Britain’s first Black Publisher and POC business lead. Her role at British Vogue involved a significant shift in the brand’s purpose, strategy, and revenue streams, emphasising diversity, social responsibility, and female empowerment.
The success of British Vogue’s revenue transformation during her tenure led to her promotion to Chief Business Officer across all Conde Nast Britain brands, including Vogue, GQ, Wired, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Tatler, Conde Nast Traveler, House & Garden, and The World of Interiors. She continues to lead British Vogue and supports the Vogue brand across Europe as Vogue’s European Business Advisor.
Vanessa is a prolific public speaker. FTSE 100 companies frequently request her to share insights on digital transformation, change management, and business purpose. She has spoken at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Cannes Lion, Salesforce’s Dreamforce, and with McKinsey and Google/YouTube.
Vanessa topped Campaign’s Top 10 Trailblazers for 2020 and Top 10 Commercial Chiefs in 2021. For the last decade, she has been listed among the 100 Most Influential Black Britons annually. Her contributions to British media earned her an MBE on the Queen's 90th Birthday Honours List in 2016.
How can I book Vanessa Kingori for my next event?
Email vanessa.kingori@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to Vanessa directly.
What topics does Vanessa Kingori specialise in?
Vanessa Kingori specialises in discussing business transformation, digitalisation, change management and more.
What is Vanessa Kingori's speaking style like?
Vanessa delivers engaging presentations with warmth and authenticity, resonating well with audiences. Her insights on diversity and business transformation inspire and empower delegates, making her a sought-after speaker.
Does Vanessa Kingori offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Vanessa Kingori offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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